Guests:Randy BeerMatt KaufmannMark StreitmatterShow notes:Connection of marriage to the bride of Christ.Our adversary would like to disrupt godly marriages.Value of lifelong commitment with sacrificial love.Love thrives in an atmosphere of commitment.What are pitfalls of marriage by faith? Unrealistic expectations. (Explored more in Part 2)Singleness is a time to get to know God; searching him out; preparing ourselves to be married and be parents.Marriage problems have roots before marriage.Need to be content in whatever state or aspect of life we are in.What does it mean to marry by faith? Don't try to predict what God wants. Seek God first; his righteousness. God has it all figured out; trust him.Faith needs to be in God, not in ourselves.Faith is not having it all figured out (not certainty), but certain that God will have his way.God is the faithful One.Marriage is a discernment process grounded in faith.Faith involves getting godly counsel.How do I get godly counsel?Elders often have a lot of experience counseling singles about marriage.Godly parents are helpful; ministers; a trusted friend.What is our picture of a godly wife/husband?Society says to choose wife/husband by yourself.ACCFS has resource for self reflection.Questions to ask yourself:Am I ready for marriage? emotionally, financially....? Am I willing to be transparent?

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